Le Monastère des Augustines
About This Museum
Everyone comes to Le Monastère des Augustines seeking a little peace, and let me tell you, you find it the moment you step inside. This isn't your typical museum; it's a living, breathing sanctuary in the heart of Old Québec. You can feel the centuries of quiet devotion in the hushed halls and the gentle creak of the original wide-plank floors. I spent a serene afternoon just sitting in the restored 17th-century cloister, completely removed from the city's bustle just outside the walls. It’s less a history lesson and more a profound feeling of stepping back in time.
Collection Highlights
The real highlights are the personal artifacts of the first Augustine nuns who arrived from France—think of their delicate medical tools, handwritten journals, and even a centuries-old wooden hope chest that made the perilous Atlantic crossing. Don't miss the small vault downstairs which holds their most precious relics; it feels incredibly intimate.
Visitor Information
You can absolutely just wander in for a visit, but if you really want to immerse yourself, consider booking one of their wellness packages or even staying overnight in one of the minimalist rooms. It’s located right on Rue des Remparts, making it an easy and essential stop while exploring Old Québec.
Architecture & Building
The building is a beautiful, sprawling example of New France architecture, with its stark white walls, massive fireplaces, and a stunningly simple chapel that captures the austere beauty of the Augustinian order.
Contact & Location
Address: 77, Rue des Remparts, Vieux-Québec, Vieux-Québec–Cap-Blanc–Colline-Parlementaire, La Cité-Limoilou, Québec, Agglomération de Québec, Capitale-Nationale, Québec, G1R 0C3, Canada
Phone: +1 418-694-1639
Website: Visit Website
